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Dec
13
The New "Quarter Rule" for Profitability

The New "Quarter Rule" for Profitability

The traditional "rule of thirds" has long been the benchmark for restaurant profitability, suggesting that cost of goods
4 min read
Dec
11
Buy Used or Start Anew?

Buy Used or Start Anew?

The acquisition of an established fast-casual restaurant presents a compelling alternative to starting from scratch. The prospect of inheriting a
3 min read
Dec
09
Confessions of a Cottage Baker

Confessions of a Cottage Baker

As a cottage food operator, I often find myself facing criticism over my pricing. Customers sometimes express concern (but more
3 min read
Dec
06
Get Paid as an Owner

Get Paid as an Owner

Understanding the various methods of paying yourself as a business owner is crucial for both legal compliance and financial health.
2 min read
Dec
04
How To: Start Catering Now

How To: Start Catering Now

Starting a catering business can be incredibly lucrative, but it requires careful planning, execution, and a deep understanding of the
5 min read
Dec
02
How To: Corporate Coffee Gigs

How To: Corporate Coffee Gigs

This is the first installment in a a new series on Fast Casual Consulting where we provide guidance on handling
5 min read
Nov
29
Checklists Matter Most

Checklists Matter Most

For fast casual operations, success isn't just about great food—it's about consistency, efficiency, and reliability.
2 min read
Nov
27
Marketing Your Product

Marketing Your Product

Effectively marketing your fast casual restaurant isn't just important—it's essential for survival. With consumers having
3 min read
Nov
25
Hire Quickly, Fire Quickly

Hire Quickly, Fire Quickly

Maintaining a positive, customer-focused environment is paramount to success. The philosophy of "hire quickly, fire quickly" might seem
3 min read
Nov
22
The Unwritten Rules of Food (TURF) #2

The Unwritten Rules of Food (TURF) #2

This is the second installment in a series exploring the harsh realities and unwritten rules of running a fast casual
3 min read